Storytimes near Jersey City Free Public Library - Priscilla Gardner Main Library

PGML- Bonetti Room

Join Ms. Charlene as she reads you a fun dinosaur story! *Must be registered for the summer reading challenge to participate*

PGML-Biblioteca Criolla

Join the well-renowned Harmonica Sunbeam at Biblioteca Criolla, as she reads stories to promote inclusion, tolerance, and diversity to young children.

PGML - Fourth Floor Multipurpose Room

Learn about spying techniques to celebrate America's 250th birthday! This program is recommended for third grade through sixth grade. Registration is required.

PGML-Biblioteca Criolla

Thinking Money: Games to educate kids on money Piensa Del Dinero: Juegos para educar los ninos sobre el dinero

PGML- Bonetti Room

Come join our Bingo Night! Get a chance to win cool prizes while having fun with family and friends.

PGML - Fourth Floor Multipurpose Room

Get your hands dirty this summer! JCFPL is thrilled to partner with Atacama Clay Studio to bring hands-on clay workshops to your local branch! Whether you're a total beginner or just pottery-curious, this is your chance to slow down, get creative, and make something beautiful with your own two hands. All equipment and clay are provided — just bring yourself! PGML Branch will be crafting a set of tea coasters. Spots are limited — sign up today!

PGML: 3rd Floor | Conference Room 1

On Reading and Response: A Different Kind of Book Club Jersey City Free Public Library × Curious Matter A facilitated gathering where participants bring a text they're currently reading and reflect on how it's shaping their thinking, experience, or work. 📅 Every 2nd Thursday of the month 📍 3rd Floor Conference Room (August only: 4th Floor Multipurpose Room) 🍎 Light refreshments provided!

PGML- Bonetti Room

Ages 2-5 Join us for a roaring good time as little explores discover a prehistoric jungle filled wiith magnetic building fun, dinosaur advetnures, imaginative play, and hands on exploration! Daycare groups must call to register at least 2 days in advance due to limited space. For more information please contact 201-547-4519.

PGML-Biblioteca Criolla

Come Play with Blocks at Biblioteca Criolla on the 4th floor from 11-12 every Friday. Vengan a jugar con bloques en Biblioteca Criolla en el cuarto piso de 11-12 cada viernes.

PGML-Biblioteca Criolla

🎉 FUN FRIDAYS / VIERNES DIVERTIDOS 🎉 at Biblioteca Criolla / en la Biblioteca Criolla AFTER SCHOOL = FUN TIME! 🎨🕹️ DESPUÉS DE LA ESCUELA = ¡HORA DE DIVERSIÓN! 🎨🕹️ Every Friday: Cada viernes: ✨ Crafts & Projects ✨ Manualidades y proyectos 🎲 Games & Activities 🎲 Juegos y actividades 💻 Computers & Nintendo Switch 2 💻 Computadoras y Nintendo Switch 2 🍎 Refreshments Provided! 🍎 ¡Se ofrecen refrigerios! Build, create, play, and make friends! ¡Construye, crea, juega y haz amigos! Ages 4 & / Edades 4 & 📧 More info / Más información: Call: 201-547-4541 Email: criolla@jclibrary.org

PGML- Bonetti Room

Have fun with LEGO!

PGML - Fourth Floor Multipurpose Room

Improv Level 1 – 6-Week Course Led by Logan Kovach & MP White of Pop-Off Improv Ready to think on your feet? Join this 6-week cumulative Improv Level 1 course and learn the basics of improvisational theater in a fun, supportive environment. No experience needed — just bring your creativity and sense of humor! 📅 Every Monday | June 29 – August 3 | 6-8pm 📍 PGML – Multipurpose Room, 4th Floor Jam Sessions (All Levels Welcome) Once a month, anyone interested in improv is encouraged to join our Level 1 and Level 2 participants and graduates for an open session of improv fun! Come to support, or to grace the stage, no experience required. June 11 | 6–8pm , July 11 | 1–3pm , August 27 | 6–8pm 📍 PGML – Multipurpose Room, 4th Floor ⭐ Grand Performance – August 10 | 6–8pm PGML – Multipurpose Room, 4th Floor About the Instructors Logan Kovach is co-founder of Pop-Off Improv. He has performed and produced shows Off-Broadway, appeared in theatre festivals across the nation, and can be seen on HBO, ABC, and in major motion pictures. Logan holds a directing degree from Miami University. MP White is co-founder of Pop-Off Improv and has taught every class since its launch in 2023. MP performs as a member of NYC's PIT Ensemble Team, Kind Regards, trained with UCB in LA, and has performed with Chaps at Court Square Theatre in Long Island City.

PGML-Biblioteca Criolla

Join us in Biblioteca Criolla (Priscilla Gardner Main library 4th floor) for Bilingual Story Hour (Hora de Cuentos) Stories, songs, and fun in English and Spanish! Hora de Cuentos Bilingual Canciones y cuentos muy divertidos en Ingles y Espanol

PGML- Bonetti Room

JOIN US TO WORK ON A SPECIAL CRAFT WITH MS. JULIE AND BONETTI STAFF!

PGML-Biblioteca Criolla

🎨 CALLING ALL CRAFTERS ✂️ LLAMADO A TODOS LOS ARTESANOS Join us for a creative and fun-filled craft workshop celebrating learning, imagination, and creative reuse! What’s in Store? Painting Seasonal Crafts Flower Crafts And More! 🎨 FERIA DE MANUALIDADES✂️ ¡Te invitamos al taller de manualidades creativo y divertido que celebra el aprendizaje, la imaginación y la reutilización creativa! ¿Qué te espera? Pintando Manualidades Estacional Manualidades con Flores Y Mas!

PGML - Fourth Floor Multipurpose Room

Improv Level 1 – 6-Week Course Led by Logan Kovach & MP White of Pop-Off Improv Ready to think on your feet? Join this 6-week cumulative Improv Level 1 course and learn the basics of improvisational theater in a fun, supportive environment. No experience needed — just bring your creativity and sense of humor! 📅 Every Monday | June 29 – August 3 | 6-8pm 📍 PGML – Multipurpose Room, 4th Floor Jam Sessions (All Levels Welcome) Once a month, anyone interested in improv is encouraged to join our Level 1 and Level 2 participants and graduates for an open session of improv fun! Come to support, or to grace the stage, no experience required. June 11 | 6–8pm , July 11 | 1–3pm , August 27 | 6–8pm 📍 PGML – Multipurpose Room, 4th Floor ⭐ Grand Performance – August 10 | 6–8pm PGML – Multipurpose Room, 4th Floor About the Instructors Logan Kovach is co-founder of Pop-Off Improv. He has performed and produced shows Off-Broadway, appeared in theatre festivals across the nation, and can be seen on HBO, ABC, and in major motion pictures. Logan holds a directing degree from Miami University. MP White is co-founder of Pop-Off Improv and has taught every class since its launch in 2023. MP performs as a member of NYC's PIT Ensemble Team, Kind Regards, trained with UCB in LA, and has performed with Chaps at Court Square Theatre in Long Island City.

PGML-Biblioteca Criolla

Join us for a vibrant event filled with fun, dancing and exciting prizes! For Children ages 1-5 Únete a la Criolla para disfrutar de un espacio de diversión, baile y muchos premios Para niños de edades: 1-5

PGML- Bonetti Room

Come for a costumed storytime with Ms. Aleks--we'll be reading Gingerbread for Liberty and learning about one of America's first cookies! Recommended for ages 4-8. Registration is required.

PGML-Biblioteca Criolla

Thinking Money: Games to educate kids on money Pensando en el dinero: Juegos para educar a los niños sobre el dinero

PGML - Fourth Floor Multipurpose Room

In this interactive Mad Science workshop, kids become junior paleontologists as they explore real-world fossil science, examine cast fossils, and learn how scientists use clues from the past to understand how dinosaurs lived, moved, and roamed the Earth.

PGML- Bonetti Room

Come hang out, play with yarn, and up your knitting and crochet game with Ms. Julie and Ms. Aleks!

PGML - Fourth Floor Multipurpose Room

The Jersey City Free Public Library offers this free yoga series as a part of the Summer Learning Program. Join us as we learn about the foundations of Vinyasa Yoga while also exploring the seven chakras and its relation to yoga poses. Whether new to yoga or a current practitioner, all are welcome to attend the program. Classes will be taught at an open level by a 200-Hour Vinyasa and 20-Hour Yin certified instructor, Raymond Camacho. It is not necessary to attend every session, Please feel free to join any of the classes. Please arrive five minutes early. Bring your own Yoga mat. If you don't have a mat, please email plakshmanasamy@jclibrary.org, we have a limited amount on hand that you can borrow.

PGML-Biblioteca Criolla

A Dance and movement session for toddlers and their guardians. Baila y Mueve con tus bebes!

PGML-Biblioteca Criolla

Nina Crews – Learn more about Nina here - https://ninacrews.com/. Nina will do a reading of her book Big Family Beach Day and other stories. Families will create a beach-themed craft as well!

PGML-Biblioteca Criolla

Join Biblioteca Criolla and Mr. Luis in our Summer reading review program for all ages! Located in the 4th floor of the Priscilla Gardner Main library.

PGML- Bonetti Room

Join us to watch a fun, family-friendly movie!

PGML - Fourth Floor Multipurpose Room

🎨 Kage Kickback: Sip, Paint & Vibe Unwind this summer with a night of creativity, good vibes, and great company! Join us for an unforgettable Sip & Paint experience at your local branch — choose your canvas, unleash your inner artist, and mingle with new friends over complimentary wine courtesy of Kage Kickback. 🍷✨ PGML's night goes GOTHIC — think dark, dramatic, and hauntingly beautiful. Whether you're a seasoned painter or a first-timer, this is your night to let loose and create something uniquely yours. 21 Only | Free & Open to the Public Seats are limited — reserve yours today!

PGML- Bonetti Room

Join Ms. Charlene as she reads you a fun dinosaur story! *Must be registered for the summer reading challenge to participate*

PGML - Fourth Floor Multipurpose Room

Step into the prehistoric world with Dino Academy, led by the quirky Dr. Sarah Tops. This adventure reveals captivating dinosaur facts through colorful, life-like puppets that engage audiences. Blending science, storytelling, and imagination, it offers an unforgettable journey through time — all from your seat!

PGML-Biblioteca Criolla

Kidokinetics is a fun, active sports program that builds confidence through movement, music, and age-appropriate lessons. Groups: Ages 3–6 Ages 7–11 Max: 15 children per group (or fewer, based on space). Kidokinetics es un programa deportivo divertido que fomenta la confianza a través del movimiento, la música y lecciones apropiadas para la edad. Grupos: Edades 3–6 Edades 7–11 Máximo: 15 niños por grupo (o menos, según el espacio).